Last updated: 2026-04-20
1 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Years to Avoid
Years that score significantly below the Land Rover Range Rover Sport average of 54/100
The Land Rover Range Rover Sport years to avoid are 2020 based on reliability scores, NHTSA recalls, and owner complaints. The worst year is 2020 with a reliability score of 42/100. The best Land Rover Range Rover Sport year to buy is 2025 68/100.
Verdict
The 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport scores significantly below the model average of 54/100. The weakest year is 2020 with a score of 42/100 due to electrical system (30) issues. The best year to buy instead is 2024 64/100.
Land Rover Range Rover Sport Years to Avoid
These model years score significantly below the Land Rover Range Rover Sport average of 54/100.
| # | Year | Score | Rating | Recalls | Complaints | Top Issue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2020 | 42/100 | Mixed | 37 | 138 | Electrical System (30) |
Why These Years Should Be Avoided
2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
The 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has mixed reliability. There are 37 recalls and 138 owner complaints on file for the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. Severity signals include 11 crash-related complaints and 4 fire-related complaints. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Electrical System (30), Power Train (21), Unknown Or Other (20).
Top issues: Electrical System (30), Power Train (21), Unknown Or Other (20), Suspension (9), Engine (5), Engine And Engine Cooling (4)
View full 2020reliability report →What Are Common Land Rover Range Rover Sport Problems?
Top reported issues across all Land Rover Range Rover Sport model years, based on NHTSA owner complaints.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
185 complaintsMost reported in 2018, 2019, 2020
POWER TRAIN
89 complaintsMost reported in 2018, 2019, 2020
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
88 complaintsMost reported in 2018, 2019, 2020
ENGINE
65 complaintsMost reported in 2018, 2019, 2020
STEERING
50 complaintsMost reported in 2018, 2019, 2020
VISIBILITY/WIPER
47 complaintsMost reported in 2021, 2022, 2023
Best Land Rover Range Rover Sport Year to Buy Instead
2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
The 2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has good reliability. There are 22 recalls and 47 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. Severity signals include 4 crash-related complaints and 3 fire-related complaints. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Electrical System (9), Steering (5), Air Bags (5).
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All Land Rover Range Rover Sport Years by Generation
All model years ranked by reliability score, grouped by generation.
Land Rover Range Rover Sport Reliability Scores by Year
2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
9 recalls · 24 complaints
2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
22 recalls · 47 complaints
2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
14 recalls · 90 complaints
2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
23 recalls · 94 complaints
2021 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
23 recalls · 72 complaints
2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
27 recalls · 125 complaints
2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
19 recalls · 167 complaints
2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
37 recalls · 138 complaints
Our data covers 2018–2025 model years.
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How We Calculate Reliability Scores
Auto Reliability Index scores are calculated on a 0–100 scale using a weighted formula that combines multiple public data sources. Each factor is weighted based on its predictive value for real-world ownership experience.
Key Ranking Factors
Complaint Severity
NHTSA owner complaints weighted by component category (e.g., powertrain, safety systems, electronics, cosmetic) — safety-critical issues carry more weight than cosmetic ones. Adjusted for sales volume so high-volume models aren't unfairly penalized.
Repair Costs
Independent reliability ratings based on repair frequency, average repair costs, and severity of typical repairs for each model.
Recall Impact
Number of NHTSA recalls weighted by severity. “Stop driving” and fire-risk recalls are penalized more heavily than minor software or labeling recalls.
Issue Diversity
Measures how many major vehicle systems (engine, transmission, electrical, braking, etc.) have recorded complaints. A vehicle with issues spread across many systems may indicate systemic quality issues.
Scores are grouped into four tiers:
- 80–100: Excellent— Top-tier reliability, minimal issues
- 60–79: Good— Reliable with some minor concerns
- 40–59: Mixed— Notable issues, research before buying
- 0–39: Risky— Significant problems, proceed with caution
Data is sourced from NHTSA recall records, owner complaint filings, and independent repair databases. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available. While the weighting model is proprietary, all underlying data sources are public and traceable.
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